Argentine President Javier Milei has announced his country's readiness to sign a trade agreement with the United States, aligning with President Donald Trump's proposal for reciprocal tariffs. Milei emphasized that such an agreement would bring mutual benefits, promoting access to higher-quality goods and services for citizens in both nations.

“Great commercial integration means nothing more than and nothing less than the citizens of both nations having access to higher-quality goods and services at better prices,” Milei stated. He expressed firm support for enhanced economic cooperation and underlined the strategic value of closer commercial ties between Argentina and the United States.

The remarks came shortly after Milei met with US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent in Buenos Aires. During the meeting, Besent voiced strong support for Milei’s economic policies, which have focused on market-oriented reforms and liberalization measures aimed at stabilizing Argentina’s economy and attracting international partnerships.

The potential agreement signals growing momentum toward deeper trade engagement between the two countries. By aligning with Trump’s reciprocal tariffs model, Argentina is indicating its willingness to participate in a more balanced trade framework that prioritizes mutual access and fair treatment.

While formal negotiations have not been confirmed, the tone of the statements and the bilateral engagement between Milei and Besent suggest that both governments are exploring tangible paths to advance trade talks. If realized, such a deal could mark a significant shift in Argentina’s trade orientation and reflect a broader trend of cooperation with the Trump administration’s economic agenda.

The development also highlights President Trump’s continued use of reciprocal tariffs as a tool to forge new trade alignments and promote domestic industries while strengthening ties with allies who adopt similar strategies. Argentina’s openness to this model could pave the way for further agreements in the region.